Listening to Su Yuan's account, Neuvillette fell silent.
He scrutinized Su Yuan with his gaze, sinking into deep thought.
After a long pause, Neuvillette finally spoke slowly:
"Although I have never revealed my true identity to anyone, I have served as Fontaine's Chief Justice, presiding over its laws and trials for centuries. Given my mastery over Hydro energy, it would not be surprising if someone managed to deduce my true nature..."
"So, Su Yuan, based on this alone, I cannot fully believe your words."
Hearing Neuvillette say this, Su Yuan couldn't help but marvel—this was indeed Neuvillette, as meticulous as ever!
However, Su Yuan had already thought things through.
He had enough reasons to convince Neuvillette to trust him!
"Neuvillette, I actually know a lot about you..." Su Yuan began, speaking slowly.
"You enjoy tasting water from all across Teyvat, and you have described the waters of each nation as follows: Mondstadt's water is crisp and refreshing, Liyue's has a lingering aftertaste, Inazuma's is deep and profound, and Sumeru's is rich in flavor but requires careful savoring..."
"In your eyes, fried food and dishes without sauce are barely edible, and especially Sumeru's Coconut Charcoal Cakes—they feel like stuffing desiccants into your stomach..."
Listening to Su Yuan's words, Neuvillette remained expressionless.
He replied calmly and unhurriedly, "Su Yuan, have you been secretly investigating me? Although I do not know why you are so well-informed, these details are not exactly secrets. Based on this alone, I still cannot fully believe you."
Neuvillette's reaction was within Su Yuan's expectations—it seemed like it was time to bring out something more shocking!
"Then, Neuvillette, you of all people should know this: the Melusines, those beautiful beings that Fontaine takes great pride in, were originally brought to Fontaine by you centuries ago."
"However, in their early years here, the Melusines were not treated fairly. Instead, they endured criticism, ridicule, and even discrimination."
"And even you were questioned by some with ulterior motives—accused of having some unspeakable dealings with the Melusines..."
"I won't say too much, lest I bring up unpleasant memories for you. I will only mention two names..."
"Carole... and Vautrin..."
Like a single drop of water falling from a great height into a still pond, ripples spread across the once-calm surface…
Su Yuan clearly saw that Neuvillette's usually impassive expression finally showed a hint of change.
At that moment, Su Yuan knew he had him.
Thankfully, he had paid close attention to Neuvillette's story while playing through his story quest.
Neuvillette furrowed his brows slightly, took a deep breath, and spoke: "Su Yuan, who exactly are you?"
"I told you—I come from beyond this world, here to defeat the eerie forces, to save Furina, and to save Teyvat!" Su Yuan declared with determination.
"Very well, I believe you." Neuvillette nodded.
Hearing Neuvillette say this, Su Yuan let out a sigh of relief.
Thankfully, Neuvillette finally believed him.
Otherwise, he would have had to reveal everything—the truth behind Fontaine's prophecy, the real identity of the Hydro Archon, the true purpose of the Oratrice Mecanique d'Analyse Cardinale, and Focalor schemes…
Since Fontaine's story hadn't progressed that far yet, Su Yuan wasn't sure if spoiling everything for Neuvillette in advance would have any negative consequences—like causing a shift in the world's timeline or something…
"Alright, Neuvillette, let me tell you exactly what I experienced last night… in Lady Furina's bed."
Su Yuan was just about to pour his heart out about the torment and suffering he had endured the previous night…
But then, he noticed something—the room, and even the area outside, seemed to be growing darker…
Looking up at the window, he saw that at some point, dark clouds had gathered, and a light rain had begun to fall.
Huh? Why is it suddenly raining?
Did my words just now bring up painful memories for Neuvillette… Is he crying again?
Water Dragon, Water Dragon, don't cry!
Su Yuan originally wanted to say this, but he quickly realized that something was wrong…
"Neuvillette can be trusted, whether day or night, but only on sunny days…"
Su Yuan muttered the words carved into his right palm under his breath, then slowly turned to look at Neuvillette, who was sitting at his desk…
Most people imagined Neuvillette as a fair and just figure—stern, composed, cold on the outside but warm within.
But the Neuvillette before him now had his hands crossed on the desk, propping up his chin, tilting his head, and squinting his eyes—staring at Su Yuan with a wide, unsettling smile…
However, that smile quickly faded, replaced by an expression of pure, seething rage.
Neuvillette's teeth clenched tightly, his eyes and mouth slowly oozing a crimson liquid…
"The usurping Seven Archon tore away the ancient dragons divine authority from us. I have never forgotten this hatred—not for a single moment in the countless centuries that have passed…"
"One day, I will shatter the Seven Archon into dust, tear them limb from limb, devour their flesh! Drink their blood! Gnaw their bones!"
"Even the throne that stands high above shall not be spared!"
Looking at the crazed "Neuvillette" before him, Su Yuan trembled uncontrollably, too terrified to speak…
So this was what the warning meant…
Even Neuvillette had not escaped the fate of being corrupted by the eerie force?
"And you! Mortal! Who gave you permission to stand before me?"
"Kneel!!"
With a furious roar, "Neuvillette" commanded, and Su Yuan felt his legs lose all control—he collapsed heavily onto his knees!
A sharp, excruciating pain shot through his kneecaps, followed by a crisp cracking sound—
It was as if his kneecaps had shattered…
Pain… unbearable pain…
"Very good..."
"Neuvillette" nodded in satisfaction, but his expression quickly twisted into rage once more.
"Is simply kneeling enough? You are nothing more than a mere mortal—why do you lack the awareness of your own insignificance?"
"Before me, a dragon standing at the pinnacle of Teyvat, why do you not bow and prostrate yourself in reverence?!"
With "Neuvillette's" hysterical roar, Su Yuan felt his body move against his will.
His head began slamming into the ground—over and over—unceasingly.
Once. A crimson mark stained the floor as fresh blood streamed down his face from his forehead.
Three times. A crisp, sickening crack echoed in his mind—the sound of his skull beginning to fracture.
Five times. Su Yuan could clearly feel his skull caving in.
Seven times. He watched as his own brain matter oozed from the shattered wound on his forehead.
Nine times. His forehead was no longer intact—there was no longer any whole flesh or bone remaining.
Eleven times. Su Yuan had already lost consciousness. Yet his body, still beyond his control, continued to bow and smash his head into the ground…
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